Rubenshuis

Rubenshuis, or Rubens House, was the former home and studio of Flemish Baroque master Peter Paul Rubens. The iconic artist is known for his Baroque style, emphasising movement, colour and sensuality in each of his works.

His home in Antwerp, Rubenshuis, is a testament to the painter's life and legacy and today is one of the most popular attractions in the Belgian city. Located within easy reach of the Park Inn Antwerp Hotel, this Antwerp accommodation is the ideal base for tourists visiting Rubenshuis and other notable points of interest.

Visiting Rubenshuis
Visit Rubenshuis and tour the house, grounds and studio of one of the most influential painters in the Baroque style.

One of the most fascinating aspects of Rubenshuis is the studio space located on the grounds. Here, Rubens worked with pupils, assistants and colleagues to create some 2,500 original and copied works commissioned by clients all over Europe. At Rubenshuis, Rubens would create the works on small oil paintings, supported by assistants who would undertake creating the work on a larger scale before Rubens would add any finishing touches.

Using paintings from the time, along with detailed notes and books found in Rubens's library, Rubenshuis house and grounds have been restored and recreated to closely resemble the house similar to what the painter would have lived in. Inside, visitors can see notable works such as Rubens's famous self-portrait.

Visit Rubenshuis from the Park Inn by Radisson Antwerp Hotel
Rubens designed each aspect of the house himself, and his distinct style is apparent from the moment visitors enter the grounds. Elsewhere in the city, visitors can find see his influence in other popular attractions including the Carolus Borromeus church.

Conveniently located within easy reach of the Park Inn by Radisson Antwerp Hotel, visitors can discover Rubenshuis along with the many shops and restaurants in the city before returning home after a successful day of exploring.